Oakley has announced the schedule of events and athlete appearances for the 2016 Oakley Week at Mammoth Mountain being held from Tuesday, March 15 through Saturday, March 19. Oakley athletes Chloe Kim, Jamie Anderson, Alex Beaulieu-Marchand, Sammy Carlson, Eero Ettala, Seb Toutant, and Sven Thorgren will attend the week-long celebration that includes events, giveaways, product demos, and athlete signings. The Oakley Progression Sessions’ two day, women-only ski and snowboard camp kicked off Oakley Week on Saturday, March 12. The week will conclude with the Oakley Mini Pipe Challenge hosted by two-time Olympic gold medalist Shaun White on Saturday, March 19.
The Oakley Mini Pipe Challenge invites riders of all ages to celebrate snowboarding in a custom-built mini half pipe. The challenge will take place from 12pm-2pm on Saturday, March 19, and prizes will be awarded for different challenges as well as for standout performances from riders of all ages and abilities. Entry for the challenge is free.
Additional events during Oakley Week at Mammoth Mountain will include:
– Golden Tickets Giveaway in randomly selected gondolas throughout the resort. Each ticket can be redeemed for gifts at the Oakley Hub located at the Main Lodge (March 15-19)
– Golden Ticket drops on social media @mammothmountain (March 15-19)
– Sammy C Project movie premiere in The Village at 7:30pm – weather permitting (March 18)
– Children’s Treasure Hunt throughout Woolly’s Woods(March 17-18)
– Après specials throughout the resort, including The Mill and Tusks Bar (March 15-19)
The 2016 Oakley Week is the first landmark event since the announcement of the three-year partnership with Mammoth Mountain last November. Oakley will provide exclusive access for consumers and athletes to experience Oakley products, including Prizm lens technology that provides an enhanced view on and off the slopes. Oakley performance goggles and eyewear will be available in all Mammoth Mountain shops.
“The Mammoth Mountain partnership gives us a notable arena to bring the Oakley brand to life,” said Cuan Petersen, Oakley’s Global Director of Sports Marketing. “Many of the guests, athletes, and employees of Mammoth Mountain already have a deep connection with the brand, and this partnership invites even more people to try our products firsthand. We are excited to bring bigger and better experiences to everyone at Mammoth throughout the year, and this is just the start.”
View the complete schedule online at https://www.mammothmountain.com
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About Oakley, Inc.
Established in 1975 and headquartered in Southern California, Oakley is one of the leading product design and sport performance brands in the world. The holder of more than 600 patents, Oakley is a culture of creators, inventors, idealists and scientists obsessed with using design and innovation to create products and experiences that inspire greatness. This philosophy has made Oakley one of the most iconic and inimitable brands on the market, with products that world-class athletes around the globe depend on to compete at the highest level possible. Oakley is known for its High Definition Optics®, which feature unparalleled optical clarity and precision along with impact resistance and UV protection, incorporated into all of the brand’s sun, prescription eyewear and premium goggles. Oakley extended its position as the world’s leading sports eyewear brand into apparel and accessories. Oakley has men’s and women’s product lines that appeal to Sports Performance, Active and Lifestyle consumers. Oakley is a subsidiary of Luxottica Group, S.p.A. Additional information is available at www.oakley.com.
About Mammoth Mountain
Mammoth Mountain Ski Area, a Mammoth Resorts property, is the leading four-season mountain resort in California. With 1.3-1.5 million annual skier visits, Mammoth Mountain is the third most frequented ski resort in the United States. With longstanding commitment to athletic excellence and innovative alpine, freestyle and nordic terrain, Mammoth is proud to be an official USSA training facility. The company owns and operates a variety of resort businesses including recreation, hospitality, real estate development, food and beverage and retail. Specific businesses owned and operated by Mammoth Mountain include Mammoth Mountain Ski Area, June Mountain, Tamarack Lodge and Resort, Mammoth Snowmobile Adventures, Mammoth Mountain Bike Park and the Mammoth Mountain Inn. Mammoth Mountain also operates Juniper Springs Resort, the Village Lodge and Sierra Star Golf Course in Mammoth Lakes, California. For more information on Mammoth Mountain, visit MammothMountain.com or call 800.MAMMOTH.
